East Tennessee Volunteer Spotlight: Tom Steury - February 2019

Tom Steury moved from Denver, Colorado to Knoxville, Tennessee to be close to family.  Tom jumped in head first as a volunteer and is our Volunteer Services Engagement Lead for the East Tennessee Chapter.  Tom is working on how to convey the Net Promoter Scores (NPS) and what it means to the volunteer and the chapter.  Tom and the engagement team will call volunteers around their anniversary time with the Red Cross and discuss NPS and its value.  Tom also works with IT in the Chapter and supports the front desk staff.  Tom enjoys spending time with his wife and three sons, collecting coins and stamps, and volunteering in the community. Thank you Tom!

What is your favorite word?
Cooperation

If you could try a profession that isn’t a current or past job, what would it be?
Astronaut

Other than East TN, where would you like to live and why?
Costa Rica, the weather is very nice with no hurricanes and the people are friendly.

What natural gift or talent do you wish you had?
Basketball skills: dribbling, shooting, rebounding

Who is your favorite musician?
The Beatles, Kenny G

What historical figure would you most like to meet and why?
Abraham Lincoln, I would like to understand the tribulations and how he came by his decisions with regard to the Civil War

What is your favorite color?
Blue

What do you love about volunteering at the Red Cross of East TN?
Opportunity to lead, meet new people, feel appreciated